murphyPEG-11 Cocoa Butter Glycerides
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Polyethylene Glycol 11 Cocoa Butter Glycerides
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
OriginDerived from cocoa butter, the fat extracted from Theobroma cacao beans native to tropical regions. Created through ethoxylation, adding polyethylene glycol chains to cocoa butter glycerides for emulsification.
Mono- and diglycerides, cocoa butter (Theobroma cacao L., Sterculiaaaceae), ethoxylated (11 mol EO average molar ratio)
Form
Wax
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Locks In Moisture
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.
CIR · report published 2020
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR